238. The Secret To User Growth: Turn Features Into Stories Jan 22, 2025

Want to know how Apple turns technical features into stories that make people line up around the block for new products?

In this episode you will learn the 3 step product storytelling framework that transforms complex features into benefits users love.

Every successful tech...

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237. Introduction to crypto for smart beginners Jan 15, 2025

Cryptocurrency is becoming a bigger financial and political force in our world, especially after Donald Trump's return to the White House.

This is why smart people who want to have an impact in the world need to learn about it.

But, learning about crypto is difficult, because the loudest voices...

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236. Combining Creativity with Data: Inside the Future of Journalism at the FT Jan 08, 2025

What does it mean to evolve your career in the Digital Age?

Meet Janina Conboye, a Financial Times journalist who added data skills to her storytelling talent. This episode is a masterclass in smart career transitions.

Listen to learn:

  • What data journalism actually is and why top...
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235. Plan Your 2025 Like a CEO: the Jeff Bezos approach Jan 01, 2025

In a recent interview, Jeff Bezos shared that big leaders must "identify the big ideas, enforce tough execution, and grow the next generation of leaders."

In this episode, I'll show you exactly how to apply that CEO-level thinking to your own career in 2025. 

You will learn: 

  • The...
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234. 2024 Reflections: Are You the CEO Your Career Deserves? Dec 25, 2024

Do you think year-end reviews are just about listing what you did?

Think again.

In this episode, you'll learn how to assess your year like a CEO - because whether you're a founder, innovator or investor, you're running the company of YOU.

Most people focus on activities - meetings attended,...

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233. How AI changed tech entrepreneurship and investing in 2024 and whatโ€™s to come Dec 18, 2024

Think AI is just about adding chatbots to your business?

Think again.

In 2024, AI has completely transformed who can build tech companies and how they're funded - but there's also dangerous hype that's already landing companies in legal trouble.

We're in what economists call 'The Middle Times of...

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232. Why Governments Are Tech's Most Powerful (and Overlooked) Innovators Dec 11, 2024

Think Silicon Valley was built by brilliant founders and venture capital? Think again.

Governments have been the secret force behind every major tech breakthrough - and understanding this could be crucial for your success, whether you are an innovator or an investor.

Economist Mariana Mazzucato...

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231. Why Hardware is Hard (And When It's Worth It): Lessons from Apple, Tesla & Nvidia Dec 04, 2024

Every time a founder with a hardware idea comes to me for advice, I tell them they're choosing one of the toughest paths in tech.

But sometimes, that path leads to trillion-dollar success stories.

In this episode you'll learn from three stories of hardware innovation: Apple, Tesla and Nvidia.

...

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230. Starbucks vs LEGO: A Tale of Two Digital Transformations Nov 27, 2024

Why do some companies nail digital transformation while others just waste millions?

In this episode you'll learn from two very different case studies: Starbucks and Lego.

The founder of Starbucks, the company that pioneered mobile ordering, is now saying they went too far with tech....

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229. The $50,000 Mistakes These Founders Almost Made (And How They Avoided Them) Nov 20, 2024

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228. Why Smart Leaders Prototype First, Strategise Later Nov 13, 2024

If you think product development comes after business strategy, you're leaving money on the table and falling behind your competitors. Don’t do that.

In this episode, you'll learn why smart business leaders are using prototypes as a strategic weapon - so you can do it too.

You'll...

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227. How to Use AI in Product Development: A Non-Techies Guide Nov 06, 2024

If you have an idea for an app or a tech business, you can now make a test product in just 15 minutes using AI tools.

But, you have to know how to use them wisely, so you don’t make pretty products that nobody wants.

Listen to this episode to learn:

  • The sweet spot for using AI in product...
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